542 Kern St Waterloo, IA 50703
Riverfront NeighborhoodEstimated payment $348/month
Total Views
42,765
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,052
Sq Ft
$47
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Ceiling Fan
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
About This Home
Opportunity Awaits! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is perfect for someone ready to invest some sweat equity. With solid bones and a decent-sized lot, there’s great potential to renovate and make it your own. The property includes a detached garage and is a great option for investors or handy buyers looking for a project. Don’t miss the chance to build value and create the home you’ve been envisioning!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,057
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 6,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x130
- Property is zoned R-2
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,052 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Free-Standing Range
- Laundry on lower level
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary Waterloo
- George Washington Carver Academy Middle School
- East High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 891314455018
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $974 | $48,730 | $7,350 | $41,380 |
| 2023 | $1,066 | $48,730 | $7,350 | $41,380 |
| 2022 | $1,038 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2021 | $1,100 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2020 | $1,082 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2019 | $1,082 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2018 | $1,082 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2017 | $1,260 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
| 2016 | $1,246 | $54,910 | $7,350 | $47,560 |
| 2015 | $1,246 | $54,910 | $7,350 | $47,560 |
| 2014 | $1,122 | $48,570 | $7,350 | $41,220 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/07/2025 09/07/25 | Price Changed | $49,000 | -9.3% | $47 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | For Sale | $54,000 | +168.7% | $51 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2015 06/26/15 | Sold | $20,100 | -19.3% | $19 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2015 06/16/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2015 04/21/15 | For Sale | $24,900 | -- | $24 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $20,100 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $37,461 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $44,500 | Title Services Corporation |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Balloon |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
My name is Karmen Schwake and I would be honored to work with you! Buying or Selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you will make and I’m going to be here with you every step of the way to make sure that you are comfortable, taken care of, and that your home buying/selling experience is as easy and fun as it can be! I'm born and raised in the Cedar Valley area and specialize in the Cedar Valley market. I’ve been a licensed Realtor since the Spring of 1999. I’ve had 25 years of
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Source: Northeast Iowa Regional Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: NBR20253767
APN: 8913-14-455-018
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